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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (107 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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 | 1909 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.4 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 | 1150 kg | 1100 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 | 5.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |