2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 40 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Celica 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 1977 Toyota Celica. 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, 1977 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1229 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
