1966 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avensis is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 844 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500. 2011 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1966 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1966 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Fiat 500 | 2011 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |