1967 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 240 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 600 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 1967 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 600 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
