2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,742 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corsa | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1742 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
