2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Corsa | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
