1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1999 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 605 is newer by 27 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), 1999 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 590 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, 1999 Peugeot 605 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1999 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 128 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| 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 | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2810 mm |
