1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1971 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Fulvia (115 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 110 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, 1971 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1971 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 128 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
