1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin 1800 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | 1800 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |
