1959 Abarth 750 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1675 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 750 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 750 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 100 L |