1969 Fiat 128 vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 38 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 2,462 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 128. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 4685 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 128. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 128 | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 5510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
