1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 2001 Opel Filo
To start off, 2001 Opel Filo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Opel Filo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Filo.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Filo. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Filo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Fairlane | 2001 Opel Filo | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fairlane | Filo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
