2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2011 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Panda | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |