1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1995 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1995 Opel Corsa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Corsa (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Corsa weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 850 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 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Opel Corsa (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1995 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 850 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |
