1998 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Corsa (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Corsa should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Punto weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall 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, 2005 Vauxhall Corsa (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Punto | 2005 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Punto | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
