1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1736 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3110 mm |
