2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Fiat 500 and 2008 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 402 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, 2008 Opel Astra (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500. 2008 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |