2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A1 (85 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A1 weights approximately 105 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Audi A1 (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2010 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Corsa | A1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
