2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1994 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 140 kg more than 1994 Opel Corsa.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 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, 1994 Opel Corsa (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1994 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 44 L |
