1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2002 Opel Speedster is newer by 46 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Speedster weights approximately 360 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.
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, 2002 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2002 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
