1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 22 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 350 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 128 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2590 mm |
