1970 Ford 12 M vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Corsa (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Corsa weights approximately 130 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford 12 M 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 1970 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1970 Ford 12 M (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (83 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 12 M | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | 12 M | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
