1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 836 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 Seat Ibiza (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 128 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
