2003 Vauxhall Corsa vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall 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, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500. 2010 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Corsa has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Vauxhall Corsa | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Fiat |
Model | Corsa | 500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |