1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 39 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 822 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.
Because 1960 Abarth Coupe 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 Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra, 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 1999 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth Coupe has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 783 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
