2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1966 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 223 kg more than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Toyota Sport 800 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 1966 Toyota Sport 800. 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (108 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1966 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 803 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
