1996 Opel Corsa vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Corsa (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Corsa | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Passat |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
