2002 Mini One vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2002 Mini One is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mini One weights approximately 300 kg more than 1982 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, 2002 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini One | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | One | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |
