1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Spider | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1684 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 945 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
