1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 48 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 605 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 700 | Golf |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |