1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 50 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 724 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 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1600 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 79 L |
