1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum, 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, 2006 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 500 | 2006 Opel Signum | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Signum |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |