1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Gol 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 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 128 | 1997 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 128 | Gol |
Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1115 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |