1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1995 Renault 19
To start off, 1995 Renault 19 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault 19 weights approximately 325 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 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1995 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 128 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
