1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1975 Seat 1430
To start off, 1975 Seat 1430 is newer by 3 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 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 1430 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, 1975 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 128 | 1975 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 128 | 1430 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2430 mm |