1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1965 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mexico (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 600 kg more than 1972 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, 1965 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1965 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 128 | Mexico |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2650 mm |
