1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1989 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1989 Fiat Vivace is newer by 17 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 128 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Fiat Vivace.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1989 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 128 | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2230 mm |
