1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1001 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 128 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2830 mm |
