1965 Abarth 595 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (165 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1965 Abarth 595. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 595. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 595. 2005 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1965 Abarth 595 has manual transmission. 1965 Abarth 595 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 595 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 595 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 79 L |
