1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 33 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (101 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 172 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 128 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
