1990 Opel Corsa vs. 1968 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1990 Opel Corsa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 404 (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1990 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Peugeot 404 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 1968 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1968 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Corsa | 1968 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 404 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
