1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1995 Opel Astra
To start off, 1995 Opel Astra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Astra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Astra weights approximately 228 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 1100 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 1962 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Astra, 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, 1995 Opel Astra (149 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 1995 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 1100 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
