1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 435 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 Toyota RAV4 (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| 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 | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
