1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1990 Opel Corsa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Corsa weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1968 Abarth 1300 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 1968 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1300 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |
