2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 265 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Porsche 356 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 1957 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa, 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | 356 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
