1962 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 491 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Avanza (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
