1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 910 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
