1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Corsa weights approximately 20 kg more than 1981 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, 1993 Opel Corsa (90 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfasud | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
