1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTD 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 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 559 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 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2011 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 128 | GTD |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2578 mm |
