1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (192 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 267 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Because 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa, 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (353 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Alfa 6 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1980 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1203 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |