1996 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet is newer by 17 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet weights approximately 133 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.
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 (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Corsa | 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet | |
| Make | Opel | Aston Martin |
| Model | Corsa | Cygnet |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3078 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2000 mm |
