1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 51 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 1271 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 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 Antara (320 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2007 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |
