1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 909 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 500 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |