1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 583 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1972 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 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Junior | Corsa |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |