1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1315 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Sixty | 128 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2240 mm |
