2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 438 kg more than 1993 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 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Accent | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
