1982 Fiat 127 vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1982 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 127 | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 127 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
