1997 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Corsa | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Corsa | Panda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 973 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 35 L |
