1959 Abarth 750 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 670 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 750 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 750. 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 (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
