1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,363 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 335 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 44 L |
