1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Corsa (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 605 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jeep Station Wagon | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Station Wagon | Corsa |
Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |