1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 180 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 TVR Cerbera (458 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 128 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2570 mm |
