1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1995 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1995 Opel Corsa is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Opel Corsa. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Corsa weights approximately 400 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1995 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |
