2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Vauxhall Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Vauxhall Viva should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 55 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Because 1968 Vauxhall Viva 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 1968 Vauxhall Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Vauxhall Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa | Viva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
