1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 566 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 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 1963 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1600 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
