1965 Abarth 700 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 33 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 720 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, 1998 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 700 | Golf |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 55 L |