1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1154 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Abarth 1300 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 1969 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 73 L |
