2001 Opel Corsa vs. 1961 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 25 kg more than 1961 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Toyota Corona 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 1961 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1961 Toyota Corona (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1961 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa. 2001 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 1961 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1961 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 1961 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Corona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 75 L |
