1999 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Corsa |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |