1959 Abarth 750 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 48 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 808 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 1959 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 750 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
