1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 46 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1632 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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 1959 Abarth 1000. 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
