1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 is newer by 34 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 25 (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 25 weights approximately 235 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, 2006 Rover 25 (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2006 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 128 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
