1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 675 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 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 128 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2770 mm |
