2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. Both 2007 Opel Corsa and 1993 Subaru Impreza are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (192 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 59 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Corsa | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1203 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
