1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 900 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 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 1956 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira, 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (220 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 58 L |
