1960 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 176 kg more than 1960 AC Aceca.
Because 1960 AC Aceca 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 1960 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1960 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 AC Aceca | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Aceca | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1070 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
