1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1987 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volkswagen Passat (70 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1987 Volkswagen Passat (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1987 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 128 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
