1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 810 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 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | 128 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2350 mm |
