1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Corsa (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 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 1954 Fiat 1100. 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 (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1100 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
