1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1304 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
