1969 Nissan Fairlady vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 289 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Fairlady 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 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Fairlady | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Fairlady | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |
