1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 560 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 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 128 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 92 L |
