1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 492 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2200 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
