1993 Opel Corsa vs. 1966 Porsche 912
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 912 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Porsche 912 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Porsche 912 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 1966 Porsche 912. 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, 1966 Porsche 912 (133 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm). This means 1966 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Corsa | 1966 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | 912 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2220 mm |
