1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 45 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 128 (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 128 | Gol |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2480 mm |
