2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. 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, 1988 Opel Corsa (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |