1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1987 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volkswagen Passat (70 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 455 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1987 Volkswagen Passat (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 1987 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | Passat |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 54 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |