1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 16 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Civic weights approximately 150 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, 1988 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
