1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1716 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 750 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |