1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 37 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 128 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2737 mm |
