1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2002 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Corsa weights approximately 145 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall 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 GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2002 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | GTA | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
