1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1983 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Corsa (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Corsa weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. 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, 1983 Opel Corsa (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1983 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
