1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
