1980 Audi Sport vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Sport | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
