1966 Abarth 700 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 535 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 700 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2512 mm |
