1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 4 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 325 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 128 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2590 mm |
