1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2010 Opel Antara

To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 839 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Fiat Cabriolet 2010 Opel Antara
Make Fiat Opel
Model Cabriolet Antara
Year Released 1961 2010
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1585 cc 2404 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 65 L


 

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