1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 52 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 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 1960 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia, 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2737 mm |
