2008 Fiat Idea vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Idea and 2008 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Idea weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Idea | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Idea | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |