1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2010 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avensis is newer by 54 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 799 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, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600. 2010 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2010 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4650 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 |
