1967 Maserati Mexico vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 163 kg more than 1967 Maserati Mexico.
Because 1967 Maserati Mexico 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 1967 Maserati Mexico. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1967 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Maserati Mexico | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Mexico | Corsa |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |