1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 665 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 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 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 500 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 44 L |