2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 10 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), 2010 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 290 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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Corsa | i20 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
