2001 Opel Corsa vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 355 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
