1965 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 1073 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat 500 | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
