1969 Fiat 128 vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 128. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 940 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 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 128. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 128. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 128 | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2960 mm |
