1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 360 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1100 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
