2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
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 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Corsa | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Opel | Fiat |
Model | Corsa | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 35 L |