1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 37 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 670 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2640 mm |
