1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 37 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1104 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.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
