1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Abarth 1300 2007 Toyota RAV4
Make Abarth Toyota
Model 1300 RAV4
Year Released 1967 2007
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1278 cc 2362 cc
Horse Power 123 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 630 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 3560 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2100 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 60 L


 

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