1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 33 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), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 625 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, 2005 Opel Zafira (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 128 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
