2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 877 kg more than 2004 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 Palio II (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio II | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
