2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Corsa (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
