1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 46 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline 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 1961 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (230 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Berline | Vectra |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |