1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | Corsa |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 46 L |