1967 Opel Record vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 40 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Record weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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, 2007 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Record | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
