2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corsa | 147 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
