1969 Abarth 2000 vs. 1956 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1969 Abarth 2000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,946 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Abarth 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 2000 (221 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 2000 should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 70 kg more than 1969 Abarth 2000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 2000 | 1956 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2410 mm |
