1966 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. 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 1966 Fiat 500. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 500 | 2010 Opel Antara | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Antara |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |