1965 Abarth 700 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 590 kg more than 1965 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 700 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 700 | Golf |
Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |