1964 Abarth 595 vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Speedster weights approximately 535 kg more than 1964 Abarth 595. 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, 1998 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 595 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2340 mm |
