2008 Fiat Croma vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 550 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. 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, 2008 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (83 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Croma | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 44 L |
