1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 36 kg more than 1957 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford Zodiac 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 1957 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Zodiac | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Zodiac | Corsa |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |