1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia, 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1100 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2737 mm |
