1957 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 730 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra, 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 500 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |
