1976 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 Honda Accord. 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Accord | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
