1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 43 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 511 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1600 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3010 mm |
