2000 Fiat Brava vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 66 kg more than 2000 Fiat Brava. 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Brava | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Brava | Corsa |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |