2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1980 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 115 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Volkswagen 1302 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 1980 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 1980 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
