1998 Audi A3 vs. 1998 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1998 Audi A3 and 1998 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A3 (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A3 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Audi A3 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A3 | 1998 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A3 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 44 L |