1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1995 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1995 Opel Corsa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Opel Corsa (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1995 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Alfasud | Corsa |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 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 | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |