1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 51 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Opel Insignia, 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2737 mm |
