2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Because 1970 Volkswagen K 70 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 1970 Volkswagen K 70. 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | K 70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
