1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. (73 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 210 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1980 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 1000 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |