1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Vento is newer by 33 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Vento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Vento weights approximately 436 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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento, 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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Vento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Vento |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
