1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 997 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
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, 2005 Opel Corsa (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Corsa |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 78.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |