1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 195 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Giulia | Corsa |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |