1995 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1995 Fiat Panda and 1995 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Corsa (59 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Corsa weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Opel Corsa (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Panda | 1995 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Panda | Corsa |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 769 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 58 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |