2008 Fiat Punto 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 Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 463 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto.
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 Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |