1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1967 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Corolla 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 42 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Corsa weights approximately 120 kg more than 1967 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 1967 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
