2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 315 kg more than 2012 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 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio II | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 46 L |
