1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 225 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 127 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2500 mm |
