1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 20 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 496 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, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1992 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 128 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |
