2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Corsa (54 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 175 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Opel Corsa (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
