2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2006 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |