2009 Fiat Idea vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Idea weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 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 Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Idea | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Idea | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 44 L |