1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Sprint | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
