1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 37 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 410 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, 2009 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 128 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
