1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 932 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | 62 | 128 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 1115 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 55.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2240 mm |