2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 376 kg more than 1999 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Spider | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
