2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 60 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 (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Corsa | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
