1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (144 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 635 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 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 128 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
