2007 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 108 kg more than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 2012 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2012 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Astra | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
