1973 Fiat 127 vs. 1984 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1984 Opel Rekord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Rekord (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Rekord weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Opel Rekord (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 127 | 1984 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 127 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
