1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 25 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 165 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, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 1000 | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |