1962 Abarth 750 vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1962 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Abarth 750 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 1962 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 750 | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
