1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 39 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1335 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 128 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2933 mm |
