2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Corsa | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| 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 | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
