1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 651 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, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | El Camino | 128 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
