1986 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Corsa. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Corsa | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Corsa | Panda |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
