1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1972 Opel Rekord

To start off, 1972 Opel Rekord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Rekord (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Rekord weights approximately 480 kg more than 1957 Abarth 600. 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, 1972 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Abarth 600 1972 Opel Rekord
Make Abarth Opel
Model 600 Rekord
Year Released 1957 1972
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 1698 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 41 HP 66 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 585 kg 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2680 mm


 

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