1962 Abarth 750 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen 1600 (53 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 750. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1962 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 750 | 1972 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 750 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |
