1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2002 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2002 Opel Corsa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Corsair (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Corsa weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Because 1970 Ford Corsair 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 Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2002 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Corsair | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
