1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 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 660 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2578 mm |
