1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 460 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 128 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
