1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Vauxhall Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | Alfasud | Corsa |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
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 | 890 kg | 905 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 |