1966 Abarth 700 vs. 2006 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Toyota Previa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Previa weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Abarth 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth 700 | 2006 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 700 | Previa |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |