1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 12 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 800 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, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1984 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 128 | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
