1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda S2000 weights approximately 470 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, 2007 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
