2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2001 Rover 45
To start off, 2001 Rover 45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 45 weights approximately 50 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.
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, 2001 Rover 45 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 2001 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Corsa | 45 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 54 L |
