2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (68 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 205 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
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 Fiat 500 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Corsa | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.3 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 35 L |
