1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2001 Honda Stream
To start off, 2001 Honda Stream is newer by 29 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 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Stream weights approximately 490 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, 2001 Honda Stream (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2001 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | Stream |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
