1997 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Civic (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Opel Corsa (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Civic | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Corsa |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |