1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano vs. 1979 Toyota Crown

To start off, 1979 Toyota Crown is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. (46 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 796 kg more than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 1979 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano 1979 Toyota Crown
Make Abarth Toyota
Model 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano Crown
Year Released 1960 1979
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 785 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 46 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 62.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 560 kg 1356 kg
Vehicle Length 3600 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 60 L


 

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