1954 Austin A 55 vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Corsa (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 55 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Because 1954 Austin A 55 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 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 55 | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 55 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
