1975 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 37 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 285 kg more than 1975 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 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, 2012 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Cortina | Corsa |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |