1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1991 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1991 Opel Corsa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1991 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 354 kg more than 1991 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Ford Vedette 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 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1991 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Vedette | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
