1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1996 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1996 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1970 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, 1996 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1996 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2450 mm |
