1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 385 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (85 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1974 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 750 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
