1999 Mazda Demio vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Mazda Demio.
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, 1999 Mazda Demio (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Demio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa. 2001 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda Demio has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda Demio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Demio | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Demio | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
