1967 Fiat 124 vs. 2002 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2002 Opel Speedster is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Speedster weights approximately 35 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 124 | 2002 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 124 | Speedster |
Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |