2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Because 1970 Peugeot 504 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 1970 Peugeot 504. 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, 1970 Peugeot 504 (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 504 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
