2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Punto and 2005 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 46 kg more than 2005 Opel 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |