1996 Opel Corsa vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Porsche 914 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Porsche 914 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 1970 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1970 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Corsa | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | 914 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
