1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500. 2012 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Insignia |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
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 |