1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa weights approximately 10 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall 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, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 2004 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1200 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
