1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2002 Toyota Allion is newer by 30 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Allion (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Allion weights approximately 430 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, 2002 Toyota Allion (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | Allion |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
