1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2002 Opel Signum is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Opel Signum (377 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 2002 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1300 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2957 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 58 L |
