1979 Lada 1200 vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 285 kg more than 1979 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Lada 1200 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 1979 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lada 1200 | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | 1200 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 45 L |
