1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 985 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 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | 128 | M |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2901 mm |
