1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1966 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,557 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Elan (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 128 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lotus Elan (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1966 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 128 | Elan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1557 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2140 mm |
