1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1994 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1994 Venturi Coupe 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 435 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 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1994 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Venturi |
| Model | 128 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
