1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 560 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 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | 128 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
