1969 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 38 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (192 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 228 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (353 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Capri | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1203 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
