1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,185 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa weights approximately 15 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Vauxhall Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | Alfasud | Corsa |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1185 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |