2007 Audi A4 vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 958 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1196 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
