1954 AC Aceca vs. 1998 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1998 Opel Corsa is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 AC Aceca (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Corsa weights approximately 94 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca.
Because 1954 AC Aceca 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 1954 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1954 AC Aceca (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1954 AC Aceca | 1998 Opel Corsa | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Aceca | Corsa |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 72.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 44 L |