1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1993 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1993 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 970 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1993 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1993 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2630 mm |
