1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2005 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2300 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 508 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 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2005 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 128 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2840 mm |
