1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
