1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 260 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Fiesta | Corsa |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |