1957 Abarth 600 vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 46 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 1005 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.
Because 1957 Abarth 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra, 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
