1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 400 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Toyota Crown (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2540 mm |
