2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Panda | Corsa |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2500 mm |