1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1997 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1997 Opel Vectra is newer by 38 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 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Vectra weights approximately 125 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Because 1959 Abarth 2200 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 2200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Opel Vectra, 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Vectra. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1997 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 2200 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
