1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 50 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 550 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, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | 1000 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |