2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1996 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 149 kg more than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Toyota Starlet (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1996 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
