1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1995 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1995 Opel Tigra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Tigra (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Tigra weights approximately 235 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, 1995 Opel Tigra (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1995 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 128 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
