1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Corsa weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 1988 Opel Corsa (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
