1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 28 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 220 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, 2000 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |
