1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 16 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica, 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (177 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTV | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
