1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Porsche 911 weights approximately 200 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 128 | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 128 | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 66 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |