1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (163 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 925 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 128 | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | 128 | Toronado |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1115 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |