2000 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Fiat Palio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Palio weights approximately 370 kg more than 1986 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, 2000 Fiat Palio (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Corsa. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Palio | 1986 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Corsa |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |