1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1972 Maserati Boomerang
To start off, both 1972 Fiat 128 and 1972 Maserati Boomerang were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Boomerang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Boomerang (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Boomerang weights approximately 550 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, 1972 Maserati Boomerang (393 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Boomerang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1972 Maserati Boomerang | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 128 | Boomerang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
