2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (192 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 55 kg more than 1970 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (353 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1970 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Opel | Riley |
| Model | Corsa | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1203 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
