1965 Abarth 700 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 42 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 670 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 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 700 | Golf |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 55 L |