1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque weights approximately 790 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 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Fiat 128 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
Make Fiat Land Rover
Model 128 Range Rover Evoque
Year Released 1972 2012
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 242 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 95 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4356 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1966 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1605 mm
Wheelbase Size 2240 mm 2662 mm


 

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