1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 905 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 128 | 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | 128 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3030 mm |