1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 440 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1970 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 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | GTA | Corsa |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |