2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 85 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Panda | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 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 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 44 L |