2001 Audi A2 vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A2 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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 Audi A2 (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A2 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
