1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Speedster weights approximately 350 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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, 2000 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 600 | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | 600 | Speedster |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 36 L |