1956 Abarth 600 vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Corsa (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Corsa weights approximately 270 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Abarth 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 1956 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Opel Corsa (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
