1995 Opel Corsa vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1995 Opel Corsa is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Corsa weights approximately 12 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 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 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1959 Porsche 356 (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Corsa | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | 356 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2110 mm |
