1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Sprinter (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 380 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
