1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra
To start off, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Vauxhall Sintra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra weights approximately 880 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 Vauxhall Sintra (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Vauxhall Sintra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1997 Vauxhall Sintra | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 128 | Sintra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2850 mm |
