1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 23 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 710 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | 128 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2850 mm |
