1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1986 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1986 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 26 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Golf (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 372 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Volkswagen Golf (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1986 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 750 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
