1962 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 150 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Cabriolet | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Cabriolet | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
