1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1972 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1972 Opel Ascona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Ascona (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Ascona weights approximately 320 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Opel Ascona (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1972 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 784 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
