1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Because 1960 Austin A 55 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 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 55 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
