1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 841 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
