1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 45 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1625 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 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 750 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 100 L |
