2008 Opel Antara vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Antara would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 733 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Antara | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
