1961 Fiat 600 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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 (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600. 2011 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 600 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 600 | Insignia |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2737 mm |