2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
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, 2008 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
