1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 560 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1968 Abarth 1300 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 1968 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1992 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2480 mm |
