1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1989 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1989 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1989 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfasud | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
