1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2003 Nissan Xterra 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 730 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 Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
