1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 37 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 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1599 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3187 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 100 L |
