1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2008 Opel Signum
To start off, 2008 Opel Signum is newer by 47 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Signum weights approximately 400 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 2008 Opel Signum | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Berline | Signum |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |