1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 40 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 380 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, 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | GTA | Corsa |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1686 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 |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |