2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i10 is newer by 10 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i10 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 61 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, 2011 Hyundai i10 (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2011 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Corsa | i10 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
