2001 Opel Corsa vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 205 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.
Because 1981 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 1981 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa. 2001 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Celica 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 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
