1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Because 1951 Austin A 90 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 1951 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1951 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 90 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |