1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 207 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 128 | 207 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2320 mm |
