1970 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Crown (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Crown weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Crown | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Crown | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
