2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,858 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 34 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. 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 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1858 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
