1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 794 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 Transporter, 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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1960 Abarth 700 | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 700 | Transporter |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |