1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1991 Honda Concerto

To start off, 1991 Honda Concerto is newer by 19 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Concerto weights approximately 220 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, 1991 Honda Concerto (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Fiat 128 1991 Honda Concerto
Make Fiat Honda
Model 128 Concerto
Year Released 1972 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1115 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 63 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 113 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2240 mm 2560 mm