1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,684 cc, 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 90 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1961 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 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Giulietta | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1684 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 945 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 50 L |
