1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1966 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1966 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Opel Corsa (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 1966 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 204 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
