1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 760 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1600 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3270 mm |
