1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 372 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Zodiac | Corsa |
Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |