1981 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Cortina (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Cortina weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1981 Ford Cortina (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Cortina | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Cortina | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |
