1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 31 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 270 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, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2003 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 128 | Prizm |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
