1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Opel Frontera is newer by 42 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1130 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 2002 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, 2002 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, 2002 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
