1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RunX weights approximately 562 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850.
Because 1960 Abarth 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RunX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota RunX (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2008 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
