1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 23 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 59 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfasud | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
