1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1999 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1999 Opel Corsa is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1999 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
