1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Because 1950 Fiat 1400 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 1950 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa, 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1400 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1400 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
