1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Fiat 1200 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1960 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 128 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
