2004 Opel Corsa vs. 1972 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen K 70 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2004 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, 1972 Volkswagen K 70 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Corsa | 1972 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | K 70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
