1961 Fiat 500 vs. 1994 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1994 Opel Corsa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Corsa weights approximately 420 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Opel Corsa (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 500 | 1994 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 540 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2450 mm |