1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1995 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1995 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (197 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1995 Opel Corsa. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 354 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1995 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | GTV | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
