1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2002 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Corsa weights approximately 45 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2002 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | Alfasud | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| 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 | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 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 |
