1951 Austin A vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 973 cc (3 cylinders), 1996 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Corsa (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Corsa weights approximately 295 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Opel Corsa (83 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 44 L |
