2001 Opel Corsa vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica 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 34 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 115 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
