1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 630 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 1960 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700. 1997 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
