1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (122 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 300 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, 1993 Peugeot 306 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 128 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2590 mm |
