1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1997 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1997 Opel Corsa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Corsa weights approximately 35 kg more than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Because 1973 Ford Cortina 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 1973 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1973 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 1997 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Cortina | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |
