1965 Abarth 700 vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Astra weights approximately 580 kg more than 1965 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Abarth 700 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 1965 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra, 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 Astra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 700 | 1996 Opel Astra | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | 700 | Astra |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |