1985 Fiat 127 vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1985 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 127. 2008 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 127 | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 127 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
