1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1990 Maserati Shamal is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 580 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Maserati Shamal 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 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa, 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 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati Shamal | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Shamal | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
