2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Corsa weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 1996 Opel Corsa (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Spark | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Spark | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
