1969 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 500 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Insignia |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 |