1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Corsa weights approximately 150 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Opel Corsa (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
