1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Spider | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
