1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 520 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.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504 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 1968 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (168 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 504 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2900 mm |
