1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1999 Opel Corsa is newer by 20 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Corsa weights approximately 65 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Alfasud | Corsa |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 44 L |