1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 290 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2480 mm |
