1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 2005 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2005 Opel Speedster is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 2,052 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Speedster weights approximately 71 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. 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, 2005 Opel Speedster (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 2100 | 2005 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 2100 | Speedster |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2052 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 36 L |