1960 Abarth 1600 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1600. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1247 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1960 Abarth 1600 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 1600 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0: 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 100 L |