2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Corsa | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 18 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 35 L |
