1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1997 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1997 Opel Corsa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,185 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Corsa weights approximately 142 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1997 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfasud | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |
