1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1994 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1994 Opel Corsa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1994 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Corsa weights approximately 222 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1994 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1300 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2450 mm |
