1993 Opel Corsa vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Because 1959 Volvo 120 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 1959 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Opel Corsa (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Corsa | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | 120 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
