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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 250 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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 (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 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 | 1581 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |