1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Volkswagen 1302 (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 750 | 1972 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 750 | 1302 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |