1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Triumph Renown (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 525 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Corsa | Renown |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
