1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1994 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1994 Opel Corsa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Opel Corsa.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Opel Corsa (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1994 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Junior | Corsa |
Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |