1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 486 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 966 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 |
