1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1989 Nissan Prairie 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Prairie (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 340 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, 1989 Nissan Prairie (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |
