1993 Ford Fiesta vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1993 Ford Fiesta and 1993 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 49 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Corsa weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Opel Corsa (90 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Fiesta | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Fiesta | Corsa |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |