1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1665 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 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Fiat 128 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Fiat Land Rover
Model 128 Range Rover
Year Released 1972 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 4396 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 95 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 82.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 2515 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 2200 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2240 mm 2890 mm


 

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