1967 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500.
Because 1967 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 1967 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia, 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 Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 500 | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Insignia |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2737 mm |