1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 50 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 44 L |
