1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Brevis is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Brevis weights approximately 980 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Toyota Brevis (280 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Brevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700. 2001 Toyota Brevis has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Brevis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | Brevis |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
