1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1317 kg more than 1962 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, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
