1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Abarth 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1600 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2290 mm |
