2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 648 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
