2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1301 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Corsa | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
