1959 Fiat 750 vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Corsa (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Corsa weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 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 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Opel Corsa (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 750 | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 61 mm |
| Top Speed | 131 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
