2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1972 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Peugeot 504 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 1972 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 504 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
