1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Corsa (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 35 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 (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fiesta | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |
