2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1966 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (87 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Riley 4 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Because 1966 Riley 4 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 1966 Riley 4. 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, 1966 Riley 4 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1966 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Opel | Riley |
| Model | Corsa | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
