1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 500 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 1963 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 2003 Opel Signum | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Signum |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2840 mm |