2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,398 cc, 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 229 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
