1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 46 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 501 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, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | 1000 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 165 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 | 680 kg | 1181 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |