2001 Honda Z vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Z | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
