1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 40 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), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1183 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3000 mm |
