1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 52 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 541 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.
Because 1955 Abarth 600 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 1955 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Tigra, 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, 2007 Opel Tigra (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
