1996 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (83 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Corsa | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Corsa | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 973 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 42 L |
