1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Skyline (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 130 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 Nissan Skyline (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2500 mm |
