1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1990 Opel Corsa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Corsa (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Because 1961 Fiat 1100 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 1961 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1961 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1100 | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 1100 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |