1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 136 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulietta | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |
