1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2004 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 32 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 2,450 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 830 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, 2004 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2004 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 128 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2810 mm |
