1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 265 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 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
