1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1986 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1986 Nissan Santana is newer by 14 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Santana weights approximately 220 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, 1986 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1986 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
