1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 227 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Because 1953 Daimler Conquest 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 1953 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1953 Daimler Conquest (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (161 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1953 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Daimler Conquest | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Daimler | Opel |
| Model | Conquest | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
