2005 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 94 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
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, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Astra | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
