1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Polo (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 140 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 Volkswagen Polo (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 128 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
