2000 Opel Speedster vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Because 2000 Opel Speedster 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 2000 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, 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, 2000 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Speedster | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Speedster | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |
