1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 8 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 128 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |
