1983 Opel Corsa vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1983 Opel Corsa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Corsa (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Corsa weights approximately 190 kg more than 1961 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Opel Corsa (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Corsa | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Publica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2140 mm |
