1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup is newer by 50 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup weights approximately 427 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 1957 Abarth 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2007 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
