1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Protege is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Protege (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Protege should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 965 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 Mazda Protege (164 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda Protege will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 128 | Protege |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
