1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 31 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, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 50 L |
