1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1999 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1999 Opel Corsa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 972 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Corsa (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Corsa weights approximately 395 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Corsa (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 1999 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Abarth | Opel |
Model | 600 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 72.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |