1962 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 202 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Ford Cortina 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 1962 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Cortina | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Cortina | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 46 L |
