1967 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 780 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 600 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 600. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 600 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |