1989 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1989 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Corsa.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Opel Corsa | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corsa | Brera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
