1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Corsa | C3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
