1971 Fiat 128 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (66 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1971 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, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 128 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 128 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
