1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 265 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 Hyundai i20 (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 128 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2525 mm |
