1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 24 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 870 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 128 | 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | 128 | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2800 mm |