2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1962 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 ZAZ Jalta 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 78 more horse power than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 470 kg more than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 ZAZ Jalta 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 1962 ZAZ Jalta. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1962 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Opel | ZAZ |
| Model | Corsa | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2030 mm |
