1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1991 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Vauxhall Astra (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (32 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 155 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. 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, 1991 Vauxhall Astra (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1991 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cinquecento | Astra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
