1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1963 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 1963 Opel Kapitan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,605 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 276 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1963 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2810 mm |
