1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1976 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1976 Nissan Cedric 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Cedric (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 536 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 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1976 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |
