1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1973 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1973 Lancia 2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia 2000 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 370 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, 1973 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1973 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 128 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2490 mm |
