1965 Abarth 750 vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 521 kg more than 1965 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, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 750 | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 750 | K 70 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 52 L |