1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 15 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 380 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, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 128 | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |
