1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 45 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 700 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Abarth 1300 2012 Toyota Tacoma
Make Abarth Toyota
Model 1300 Tacoma
Year Released 1967 2012
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1278 cc 3956 cc
Horse Power 123 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 630 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 3560 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2100 mm 3240 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 79 L


 

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