1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 510 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 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Willys-Overland |
| Model | 128 | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2740 mm |
