1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 680 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 Vauxhall Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 128 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
