1994 Opel Corsa vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForFour weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Opel Corsa.
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, 1994 Opel Corsa (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Corsa | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Opel | Smart |
| Model | Corsa | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
