2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota GT1 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota GT1 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Because 2000 Toyota GT1 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 2000 Toyota GT1. 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, 2000 Toyota GT1 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | GT1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
