2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 135 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Because 1978 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 1978 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Corsa | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |