1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
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 Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Rekord (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Rekord weights approximately 275 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 Rekord (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Rekord 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 Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 128 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
