2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Corsa | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
