1972 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 552 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Corsa |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |