1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Corsa weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124.
Because 1970 Fiat 124 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 1970 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1970 Fiat 124 (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (83 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 124 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
