2001 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2001 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | GTV | Corsa |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1350 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |