2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Because 1960 Toyota Crown 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1960 Toyota Crown (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
