1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 38 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1980 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 128 | A |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2570 mm |
