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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 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 88 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 953 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
