1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (85 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Olympia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Opel Olympia (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 128 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2420 mm |
