1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1980 Renault Siete
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Corsa (54 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Siete weights approximately 75 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Opel Corsa (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1980 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Siete |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
