1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 9 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 340 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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |
