1971 Fiat 128 vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 41 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (66 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 128 | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
