1997 Subaru Vivio vs. 2001 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Corsa (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Corsa should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Corsa weights approximately 370 kg more than 1997 Subaru Vivio. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Corsa (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Subaru Vivio | 2001 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Subaru | Vauxhall |
| Model | Vivio | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2500 mm |
