1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850.
Because 1968 Fiat 850 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 1968 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 850 | Insignia |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 841 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2737 mm |