1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Opel Record weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Opel Record (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 128 | Record |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
