1952 Fiat 8V vs. 1999 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1999 Opel Speedster is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Speedster (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Speedster weights approximately 15 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Opel Speedster (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 8V | 1999 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 8V | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 52 L |
