2001 Opel Corsa vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 220 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | 220 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 45 L |
