2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 2001 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa. 2001 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |
