1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1990 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Colt is newer by 18 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 145 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, 1990 Plymouth Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1990 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 128 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2400 mm |
