1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
