1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 1998 Opel Signum is newer by 26 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Signum weights approximately 630 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, 1998 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1998 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 128 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2740 mm |
