Vauxhall Corsa GSI or Fiat Punto T-jet ?
Discussion
Hi everyone,
I'm looking for a "hothatch" on a fairly low budget of 3-4K. I did my research on all cars in this segment and I narrowed it down to the ones I like the most, the Vauxhall Corsa D GSI and the Fiat Grande Punto / Punto Evo 1.4 T jet.
I am aware of the Corsa piston/gearbox ect problems and couldn't really find anything real bad about the Fiat and the 1.4 tjet.
What I like about the Corsa is the looks (in subtile colors) that it has a bigger displacement / more power from factory and they are dirt cheap..
I think the Punto also looks good and the Fiat t-jet engine seems to be reliable. I rather not be driving and always be worried the engine will blow up on me..
btw I did found a "possible cause" of this piston 4.. Anyone think if this is legit?
https://www.8balltuning.com/blog/the-real-reason-f...
If someone has experience with both cars I would also like to hear!
What are your thoughts on this? Are the known problems on the Corsa overdone / an easy fix? Or better to skip this car and go for the punto
Gr Bob
I'm looking for a "hothatch" on a fairly low budget of 3-4K. I did my research on all cars in this segment and I narrowed it down to the ones I like the most, the Vauxhall Corsa D GSI and the Fiat Grande Punto / Punto Evo 1.4 T jet.
I am aware of the Corsa piston/gearbox ect problems and couldn't really find anything real bad about the Fiat and the 1.4 tjet.
What I like about the Corsa is the looks (in subtile colors) that it has a bigger displacement / more power from factory and they are dirt cheap..
I think the Punto also looks good and the Fiat t-jet engine seems to be reliable. I rather not be driving and always be worried the engine will blow up on me..
btw I did found a "possible cause" of this piston 4.. Anyone think if this is legit?
https://www.8balltuning.com/blog/the-real-reason-f...
If someone has experience with both cars I would also like to hear!
What are your thoughts on this? Are the known problems on the Corsa overdone / an easy fix? Or better to skip this car and go for the punto
Gr Bob
Out of interest what led you to look at those two? Is it insurance related?
Only reason I ask is because the most common response to this will be people trying to suggest alternatives. There are a lot of traditionally 'better' hatches available for that budget but of course if you've done research I'm sure you've settled on these for a reason.
I can't offer any ownership advice but I did have a friend who had the Punto and really liked it. Not world beating but certainly a very interesting first car. I personally think they're better looking than the Corsa D facelift as well.
Only reason I ask is because the most common response to this will be people trying to suggest alternatives. There are a lot of traditionally 'better' hatches available for that budget but of course if you've done research I'm sure you've settled on these for a reason.
I can't offer any ownership advice but I did have a friend who had the Punto and really liked it. Not world beating but certainly a very interesting first car. I personally think they're better looking than the Corsa D facelift as well.
It has nothing to do with insurance but I do want a turbo charged engine because of the torque. The Corsa facelift I do like but they go for arond 6-6.5K and that is a bit over my budget. What other alternatives do I have? I want turbo charged, 2007 and above, hatchback and 120+ hp, around 4-4.5 max.
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