1959 Abarth Renault vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 268 kg more than 1959 Abarth Renault.
Because 1959 Abarth Renault 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 Renault. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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.
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1959 Abarth Renault | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | Renault | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 891 kg | 1159 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |