1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Opti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Opti would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiat 500 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Opti | 500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
