2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Astra weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 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, 1991 Opel Astra (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
