1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 45 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 871 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1600 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
