1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 48 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 31 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Because 1959 Abarth 2200 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 2200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 2200 | Transporter |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |