1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 44 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 74 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 283 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | Corsa |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |