2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 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 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 300 kg more than 2009 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 44 L |