1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 920 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 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 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 195 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 | 585 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
