2009 Hyundai H1 vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | H1 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
