1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 240 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. 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, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Barchetta | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Barchetta | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2350 mm |
