1967 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 890 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 500 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |