1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |
