1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 49 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 2 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 263 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Vedette | Corsa |
Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |