1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1989 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Corsica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1989 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
