1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
