1971 Fiat 128 vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1988 Nissan Patrol is newer by 17 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1255 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.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 128. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol 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, 1988 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 128 | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2980 mm |
