1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 580 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 Mitsubishi Debonair (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 128 | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
