1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Astra weights approximately 345 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra, 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, 1991 Opel Astra (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
