1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 55 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 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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, 2005 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, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 1900 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
