2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 60 kg more than 1957 Wartburg 312. 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 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Corsa | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 40 L |
