1971 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1995 Opel Corsa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 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 41 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Corsa weights approximately 340 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat 500 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 1971 Fiat 500. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 500 | 1995 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 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 | 510 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |