1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600.
Because 1961 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 1961 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
