1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 95 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfasud | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
