2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Corsa |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 3.9 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 44 L |