2003 Fiat Multipla vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Multipla. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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, 2008 Opel Corsa (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Multipla | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Multipla | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 44 L |
