1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 46 L |
