2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 93 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | GTV | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
