1958 Abarth 600 vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 905 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
