1968 Opel GT vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel GT 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 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel GT | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | GT | 500 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 35 L |
