1999 Opel Speedster vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Opel Speedster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Speedster (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Speedster weights approximately 165 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Opel Speedster (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Speedster | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Speedster | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 46 L |