1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 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 1,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 95 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 83 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1978 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 128 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
