1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 997 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 335 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Because 1959 Abarth 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 850 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
