1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 865 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 750 | Bora |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |