1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 600 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
