1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 36 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 330 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 128 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
