1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1997 Mazda Levante is newer by 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Levante weights approximately 410 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, 1997 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 128 | Levante |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2230 mm |
