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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) 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 954 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.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). 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 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |
