1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, 1979 Mazda Montrose is newer by 7 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), 1979 Mazda Montrose is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Montrose (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Montrose should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Montrose weights approximately 220 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, 1979 Mazda Montrose (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Montrose will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 128 | Montrose |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| 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 | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |
