1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Microbus (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 2005 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1725 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
