1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 31 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), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1300 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| 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 | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2500 mm |
