1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Corsa (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 25 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Opel Corsa (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Corsa | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2110 mm |
