1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 690 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 Pathfinder (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2860 mm |
