2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada 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 16 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Strada weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Strada | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Strada | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |