1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 498 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 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
