1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM 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 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1850 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 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 128 | LM |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3010 mm |
