1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1110 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
