1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (90 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 550 kg more than 2006 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, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
Model | Tickford | Corsa |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |