1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 1287 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 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 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza, 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 67 L |
