1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 128 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2270 mm |
