1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 26 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 1,950 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 600 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, 1998 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 128 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |
