1959 Fiat 750 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 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 997 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 320 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, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
