1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 711 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
Because 1972 Fiat 124 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vivaro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 124 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
