1975 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Cortina weights approximately 118 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Cortina | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Cortina | Corsa |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 922 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 46 L |