1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Daimler Conquest (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Daimler | Opel |
Model | Conquest | Corsa |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |