2006 Opel Tigra vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 405 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra, 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 Tigra (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Tigra | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Tigra | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |