1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Gol (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 307 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Abarth 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 1955 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1998 Volkswagen Gol (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1998 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Gol |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
