1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 830 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Because 1957 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1100 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
