2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 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 (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |