1995 Opel Tigra vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1995 Opel Tigra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Tigra weights approximately 95 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Toyota Corona 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 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Tigra, 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, 1995 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Tigra | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Tigra | Corona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
