1973 Austin 1800 vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin 1800 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa.
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, 1973 Austin 1800 (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | 1800 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 44 L |
