1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 125 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
Model | 100 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 44 L |