1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1972 Opel Rekord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Rekord (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Rekord weights approximately 477 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. 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, 1972 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
