1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 260 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Spider | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1070 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
