1970 Nissan Fairlady 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 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Fairlady (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Nissan Fairlady. 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 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Fairlady | 2002 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Fairlady | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
