2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1996 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Tigra weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 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 Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 1996 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
