1965 Abarth 700 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 450 kg more than 1965 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Abarth 700 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 1965 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 700 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 700 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
