1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 46 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1985 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.

Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Abarth 750 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Abarth Volkswagen
Model 750 Touareg
Year Released 1956 2002
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 4921 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 43 HP 309 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 750 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 61 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 535 kg 2520 kg
Vehicle Length 3490 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 100 L