1969 Fiat 600 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 600 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
