1969 Fiat 128 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1969 Fiat 128 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1200 (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 128. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1969 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 128, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Fiat 1200 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 128. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 128 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 128 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |