1971 BMW Touring vs. 1984 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1984 Opel Corsa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 260 kg more than 1984 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1984 Opel Corsa | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Touring | Corsa |
Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |