1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 750 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Abarth 600 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 1956 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
