1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Diplomat weights approximately 760 kg more than 1972 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, 1968 Opel Diplomat (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124. 1968 Opel Diplomat has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Opel Diplomat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 124 | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
