1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 55 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 831 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 1957 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 750 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
