1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 1958 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 1998 Abarth Monotipo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Monotipo (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1958 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Monotipo should accelerate faster than 1958 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 335 kg more than 1998 Abarth Monotipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Monotipo | 1958 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | Monotipo | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
