1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 110 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1100 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
