2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 914 weights approximately 60 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 Porsche 914 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 Porsche 914. 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 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | 914 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
