1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 33 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 336 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 2012 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Alfasud | Corsa |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |