1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2004 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | Alfasud | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
