2002 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 1 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 490 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 2002 AC Aceca 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 2002 AC Aceca. 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Aceca | Corsa |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |