1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 660 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 500 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 1963 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |