1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 45 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 615 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.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
