1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Because 1960 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 1960 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 1200 | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 1200 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
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 | 57 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |