1946 Austin 16 vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Corsa (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Because 1946 Austin 16 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 1946 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | 16 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1946 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |