1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound 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 1959 AC Greyhound. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Greyhound | Corsa |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |