1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1972 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1972 Opel Commodore is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Commodore weights approximately 635 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1972 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
