1967 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 26 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | GT | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 44 L |
