1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 642 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 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 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | 500 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 44 L |