1983 Dodge Omni vs. 1971 Fiat 128
To start off, 1983 Dodge Omni is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Omni weights approximately 160 kg more than 1971 Fiat 128.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Dodge Omni (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Omni | 1971 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Omni | 128 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
