2001 Opel Signum vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 615 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, 2001 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Signum | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Opel | Fiat |
Model | Signum | 500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |