1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 57 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1602 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2013 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 750 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.0: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 100 L |
