1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Corsa weights approximately 6 kg more than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Because 1970 Ford GT 40 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 GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Opel Corsa (150 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1993 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford GT 40 | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | GT 40 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
