1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 23 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 285 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 (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Corsa | Getz |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
