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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 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 |
| 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 | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
