1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Corsa (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Because 1951 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 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Opel Corsa (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1400 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
