1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 480 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 Toyota Prius (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
