1971 Abarth 595 vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1982 Toyota Tercel is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Tercel (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Tercel weights approximately 310 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Abarth 595 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 1971 Abarth 595. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel, 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, 1982 Toyota Tercel (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 595 | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
