1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1977 Porsche 912
To start off, 1977 Porsche 912 is newer by 5 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 912 (87 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 912 weights approximately 320 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, 1977 Porsche 912 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1977 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 128 | 912 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2220 mm |
