1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1968 Opel Commodore is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 120 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 2200 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
