1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 748 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 1960 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 700 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 204 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 | 570 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
