1968 Audi 100 vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1990 Opel Corsa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Audi 100 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1990 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Audi 100 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 1968 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1968 Audi 100 (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
