1973 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 506 kg more than 1973 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1181 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
