2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia. 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 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Fabia | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Skoda | Opel |
| Model | Fabia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
