1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1998 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1998 Opel Tigra is newer by 41 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 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Tigra weights approximately 587 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 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 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1998 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | 500 | Tigra |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 468 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |