2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 5 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Grande Punto | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |