1965 Porsche 912 vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 912 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 260 kg more than 1965 Porsche 912.
Because 1965 Porsche 912 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 1965 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1965 Porsche 912 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Porsche 912 | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Porsche | Opel |
| Model | 912 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
