1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 52 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000. 2011 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| 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 |
