1975 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500. 2011 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 500 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Insignia |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2737 mm |