2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 773 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. 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, 2012 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 12.4 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 | 840 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
