2009 Opel Corsa vs. 1976 Renault 20
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 20 (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 438 kg more than 1976 Renault 20.
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, 1976 Renault 20 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Corsa | 1976 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | 20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
