1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. Both 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta and 1972 Fiat 128 are equipped with a 1,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 128 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulietta | 128 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2240 mm |
