1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1145 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Newport | 128 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
