2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1995 Rover 414i
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 414i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 414i would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Rover 414i. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 414i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 414i weights approximately 56 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 414i. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 414i.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1995 Rover 414i | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Corsa | 414i |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
