1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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, 2006 Opel Corsa (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Dardo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |
