1964 Abarth 750 vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Model F (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 765 kg more than 1964 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 750. 1988 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1964 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1964 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 750 | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |
