1959 Abarth 750 vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 41 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 545 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.
Because 1959 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira, 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, 2000 Opel Zafira (203 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
