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 57 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 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 230 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 2600 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 | 1795 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1100 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
