1967 Opel Record vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Record (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 32 kg more than 1967 Opel Record.
Because 1967 Opel Record 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 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Record | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
