1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 52 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 771 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 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 750 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
