1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 310 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulietta | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
