1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 997 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 225 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 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 1958 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1958 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2500 mm |
