1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Corsa weights approximately 115 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 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 1960 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Opel Corsa (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2350 mm |
