1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1977 Toyota Cressida 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Cressida (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 270 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 Toyota Cressida (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2600 mm |
