2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 540 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
