1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 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. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 278 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 Nissan R 390 GT1 (638 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 638 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2730 mm |
