1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2008 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2008 Opel Speedster is newer by 49 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, 2008 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 55 kg more than 2008 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 2008 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | 2200 | Speedster |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 243 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 | 1060 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 36 L |