1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 80 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica, 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1988 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1900 | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
