1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Cinquecento would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (32 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 938 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. 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, 2012 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Cinquecento | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 123 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 26 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
