1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 49 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 1015 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, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
