1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 Opel Corsa. 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Corsa |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |