1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 39 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
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 | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 2200 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
