1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 398 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1959 Fiat 1800 (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1800 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
