1999 Fiat Coupe vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (192 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Coupe. (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 23 kg more than 1999 Fiat Coupe. 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (353 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Coupe | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1203 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
