1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1972 Fiat 125 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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, 1972 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 125 | GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
