1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2002 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2002 Opel Corsa is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Corsa weights approximately 15 kg more than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Cabriolet | 2002 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Cabriolet | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
