1969 Ford Capri vs. 1994 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1994 Opel Corsa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 15 kg more than 1994 Opel Corsa.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Opel Corsa (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1994 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Capri | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
