1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 990 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 128 | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | 128 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3030 mm |