1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Vectra | 500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
