1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1973 Fiat 128 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 128 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
