1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1999 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1999 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Corsa weights approximately 160 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1999 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 128 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |
